HUNDREDS of red balloons were released as staff and children at Red Oaks Primary School patted themselves on the back for being judged ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted.

The school, in Redhouse Way, received the glowing report this week following an inspection last month.

Inspectors praised the school for the excellent support offered to deaf pupils and those with learning difficulties, as well as inspiring leadership and children’s exemplary behaviour.

Headteacher Teresa Menham said the success was the result of hard work on behalf of every teacher, child, parent and governor at the school.

She said: “It is about a team working together, it is the whole team effort that makes it what it is. The key to our success is we believe learning is fun and we have a great laugh – we are always laughing here at Red Oaks.”

The school was also recognised for its strong contribution to the local community as well as raising significant funds to support the global community, including the Pakistan flood relief and Sports Relief.

“The school is constantly evolving so there is no let up on our outward doing,” said Teresa.

“It is always changing, depending on the staff and the children and we are all in it together.

“Everyone is absolutely over the moon with the report, it is fabulous.

“I am really impressed with the team and it is great to be in the eight per cent of schools from the whole country to be graded as outstanding.”

Inspector Anne Wright said Red Oaks, which is nearly five years old, continues to improve.

“Red Oaks is an outstanding primary school,” she said.

“Judged to be good at its previous inspection, it has continued to improve under the inspiring leadership of the headteacher and senior team.

“At the heart of the school’s work are excellent levels of care and support for every child.

“As a result, there is mutual respect between adults and pupils. Pupils feel extremely safe and their behaviour is exemplary.

“This is recognised by the vast majority of parents and carers who hold the school in high regard.”

To improve further, the school must now accelerate progress in maths lessons.